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Newspaper

Plattsmouth Journal

Location

Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 06, 1918

Page

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School Teacher Weds Principal in St. Paul Nebraska

Miss Mabel Adams former Plattsmouth High School graduate and Professor P. E. Browne of the Dannebrog schools wed at St. Paul Nebraska. The ceremony was conducted by Rev. A. Adams of Omaha. The couple plans to reside in Dannebrog with Browne continuing as principal and Adams devoted to home life.

L. A. Warren St. Paul Mable Adams P. E. Browne Dannebrog A. Adams Omaha Plattsmouth Prof. Browne Miss Adams

IS NOW WITH THE ARMY HORACE RUFFNER

Horace B Ruffner enlisted for service as a gunsmith and departed for Augusta Georgia He is now there busy with heavy work in this line He has gun club experience and is an expert gunsmith and a crack shot He was born in this city and grew to manhood here He formerly served as deputy game warden for this Nebraska area

Horace B. Ruffner Augusta Georgia Horace Townsend Omaha Nebraska

County Commissioners in Session Hear Bills and Local Matters

The Board of County Commissioners meet today with Henry Snake from Eagle and C. E. Heebner from Nehawka, along with J. A. Pitz and County Clerk Frank J. Libershal. They review county legislation and county bills while local residents attend with various business concerns.

Board of County Commissioners Henry Snake Eagle C. E. Heebner Nehawka J. A. Pitz Frank J. Libershal

Camp Logan Rifle Range Described as Finest in U S

Fred G. Dawson writes about three weeks learning to shoot at Camp Logan Lt Rifle Range. He praises concrete barracks a permanent hospital electric pump supplying ample water and lighting.

Plattsmouth Rifle Range Camp Logan U.S

Navy furlough brings Persinger to town after New York trip

James Persinger, seven months in the navy, arrives Sunday from New York on furlough for about ten days. He is met by fellow service member J. B. White from Lincoln. They enjoy time with local friends while White displays a money purse as a west window exhibit at Weyrich and 4Hadraba store, flanked by a pair of one pounder shells.

Navy James Persinger New York Pennsylvania J. B. White Lincoln Mr. Whie Weyrich

Mrs Otto Wurl Learns Husband Reached France Safely

Mrs Otto Wurl, living in the city during her husband’s absence, received a card stating he had reached the other side in safety. First Lieutenant Otto Wurl of the 131st Infantry has been at Fort Logan Texas since last August. They moved to New York about three weeks ago, camped for a week, then sailed for France.

Otto Wurl Mr. Wurl 131St Infantry Fort Logan Texas New York France

Col Bates Reaches Seventy-Sixth Milestone

Col. M. A. Bates celebrated his seventy sixth birthday on Sunday June 2 receiving congratulations from friends. He has spent fifty six years in the newspaper business and remained active in editorial work despite the day being Sunday. He previously served in the Union Army as a drummer boy and continues to champion justice and the Republic.

Col. M. A. Bates Right Union Army The Republic

Will Enlist in the Service from Omaha Trip

Burton Gorton formerly of this city and son of Mr. and Mrs. F. S. Gorton travels with two Dunbar friends to Omaha via the Missouri Pacific to enlist in a military branch. He is known as one of the Gorton family’s four children and a former Sunday school classmate of the writer.

Burton Gorton F. 5 Gorton Taylor Boys Will Griffin Wilber Wescott Dunbar Omaha Missouri Pacific Burton

For Sale Light Bramah egg fors hatching

Mrs. John W. Stones of Mynard Nebraska offers Bramah eggs for hatching at 15 for 1.25 dollars 50 for 3.50 dollars and 100 for 6.50 dollars. Contact Mynard Nebraska 3 11 3mo0sw.

John W. Stones Mynard, Neb

Journal Compelled to Increase Prices

The Journal announces price increases due to higher paper and supply costs. Effective June 15 the Evening Journal rises to 15 cents per week and the Semi-Weekly rate climbs from 1.50 to 2.06 per year, with renewals accepted at old prices until July 1. The move supports higher wages and continued operation.

Evening Journal

Two More Calls For Men Reach 76 Total In Local Draft

The local board reports two new calls numbered 658 and 674 for 31 men each, plus yesterday’s call for 14 men, bringing total class one to 76 and a near hundred when a limited service call of about twenty is added. No details yet on destinations or timing. those will be sent when available.

Death of Moses Keefer at Alvo Reported

Mrs. Roy Cole learned this morning of the death of her grandfather Moses Keefer of Alvo who died suddenly from stomach trouble. Mrs. Cole left on the early afternoon train for Omaha and will continue to Alvo to assist during the family distress. Mr. Cole was mentioned in the clipping as part of the household.

Roy Cole Moses Keefer Alvo Cole Omaha Will

Keefer Pioneer of Cass County Passes at 82

Keefer, a long time Cass county resident and well advanced in age at 82, is noted as a pioneer. No funeral arrangements are known at this time.

Keefer Cass County

Masonic Lodge Session Draws Crowds in Omaha

Ezra Brown of the Masonic home reports the Grand Lodge session in Omaha is crowded. He notes large attendance but says attendees cannot hear the proceedings clearly.

Masonic Lodge Omaha Ezra Brown Grand Lodge The Masonic Order

Fourteen Gas County Men to State University

From Wednesday's Talis the call for June fifteenth for special instructions has been issued. The county must provide fourteen men and enlistment ends Friday evening June 7. Unfilled numbers will be removed from the list and those selected will entrain for Lincoln on June 18 or one week from next Saturday.

Talis Lincoln

Attending the Epworth League Convention at Falls City

The Epworth League district convention is under way in Falls City with delegates from Plattsmouth. Jesse P. Perry Byron Babbitt Ethel Babbitt Gladys Hall Mable Lee Copenhaver are listed among those attending the city chapter. E H Wescott expected to speak but his heavy workload may keep him from attending.

Epworth League Falls City Epworth League of Plattsmouth Jesse P. Perry Byron Ethel Babbitt Gladys Hall Mable Lee Copenhaver E. H. Wescott

New tire repair business opens in city

Harvey D. Coleman formerly of Ashland has moved his tire repair shop to the city. He locates in the Caldwell Dental offices room and plans to operate alongside another local tire shop, bringing two such facilities to town.

Harvey D. Coleman Ashland Caldwell Dental Coleman

Cultivators and Farming Implements Listings

The notice lists walkers with a New Tongueless Departure model and Tongue Cultivator Jenny Lind For Rider New Century Badger. It also mentions 2 row cultivators Jik John Deere Rock Island and a reference to John F Gord er dated 5 23.

Jenny Lind Rider Century Badger Jik John Deere Rock Island John F. Gorder

Chronic Constipation Advice and Remedies

The article discusses constipation as caused by low moisture in undigested matter and suggests drinking plenty of water, consuming raw fruits, and exercising outdoors. It recommends mild laxatives and warns against harsh cathartics, endorsing Chamberlain's Tablets as easy to take and pleasant in effect.

Chamberlain

Thrifty Farmers Favor Chase County Land

Plenty of land remains in Chase county for thrifty farmers and crops are at their best for the season. Rosencrans plans another westward trip next Sunday evening and invites others to join and inspect the country.

Chase County Rosencrans

Chautauqua Returning to Plattsmouth This Summer

Arrangements are set for a Chautauqua in Plattsmouth from June 28 to July 21 with the same company as last year. The large tent will stay in Plattsmouth for July 4, enabling a patriotic program. Watch for advertising detailing features and attractions.

Plattsmouth

The State Apportionment Enlists School Census Helpers

Citizens will see enumerators for the school census visiting homes to collect data. Missing information increases local taxes and reduces state aid for schools. ward wardens named to assist residents in the Fifth Ward.

Golda Noble Anna Rhys C. L. Carlson Estelle Baird Clara Weyrich

Married by the judge today in TDalix

John Gruber of Union and Maude Miller of Nehawka, both twenty one, obtained a marriage license to register and visit the county judge. They were married while the judge was out of the office and remained in the city until the afternoon train. The Journal offers best wishes for their life together.

Tdalix John Gruber Union Maude Miller Nehawka

Nebraska Pioneer in City

Uncle Joseph Schlater of Louisville arrived to conduct business and visit relatives for a short time. Schlater, uncle of Frank Schlater of the First National Bank, is a Plattsmouth and Cass county pioneer who came in the 1850s and worked many years in jewelry, once owning a shop in the room now occupied by C. E. Martin the barber.

Joseph Schlater Louisville Schlater Frank Schlater First National Bank Sle Plattsmouth Cass County C. E. Martin

Spelling Test Given in City Schools Under Superintendent DeWolf

The second to eighth grade spelling examination in city schools proceeded under the guidance of Superintendent DeWolf with words chosen from a standard list. Students faced the test with instructions aimed at evaluating spelling proficiency across multiple grades.

Ayres DeWolf

Will Do Y. M. C. A. Army Work

The high school principal offered to work with the Y M C A in camps during vacation. He traveled to Ft Crook to begin duties. Mrs Richardson remains, and the principal is described as earnest and capable for this assignment.

Ft. Crook Richardson

Morgan to Assist Institute Work in Neleizh

Mrs. Mae S. Morgan left Monday for Neleizh to aid in institute work at the equity institute there this week. After completing duties in Neleizh she will proceed to O'Neill for the following week's work in the same capacity.

Mae S. Morgan Neleizh Fin Institute Equity Institute O'Neill

The Doctor Away From Home When Most Needed

Advice urges keeping Chamberlain's Coke and Diarrhoea Remedy at home for stomach pain colic and diarrhoea to avoid delays in treatment. The pamphlet claims no physician can prescribe a better remedy and urges immediate purchase to potentially save lives.

Chamberlain

Bert Thomas Travels to Pacific Junction for Business

Bert Thomas rode to Pacific Junction today to handle business matters and oversee ongoing affairs.

Bert Thomas Pacific Junction

Draft call for 27 men from Nebraska University training program

Official bulletin No 250 announces a draft call number 386 for 27 men who completed grammar school education to undergo specialized training in auto mechanics blacksmithing machinery radio operation tractor mechanics wheel making and bench wood working for military and civilian benefit. Induction before June 15 at the State University of Nebraska with payroll and training expenses paid by the government require personal clothing and equipment.

Nebraska State i University of Nebraska Tite The State University

Rosey Plans Sunday Trip to Chase County

Rosey intends to visit Chase county next Sunday evening and invites a companion to join the journey. The note suggests a timely chance to view the country during this season.

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ST. Paul, Nebr Mabel Adams H. SS Fred G. Dawson ARMY Journal Gass County Y. M. C. A. Army University OF Nebraska Rosey FN Vodna First National Bank C. D's Plattsmouth, Nebraska
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